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ethnic groups living in the different geographical regions and in its diverse climate.
People of different communities or ethnic groups observe typical feasts, rites and
rituals followed by their races and religions.
People living in various parts of Nepal maintaining harmonious relations with each
other, no matter which caste they belong to. For example, Mithila culture of the middle
Terai, Deuda culture of the Far western region, Newar culture of Kathmandu, Khas
culture of Karnali, the Sherpa culture of the Himalayan region, the Thakali culture
of the Hilly region have spread to the people of other castes. We have heterogeneous
society in which different cultures are intermixed.

As a result varieties of cultures and uniqueness on them have become part of our
national pride.

National Flag

The national flag of any country is the identity of a country.
It represents our glory, shows patriotism and nationality,
too. The national flag is used in various programs, school
premises, government offices, in the vehicles of national
dignitaries, etc. It is the pride of the people of every nation.

The constitution of Nepal 2072 stated in Part 1, Article 8
about national flag as:

“The national flag of Nepal, consists of two juxtaposed
triangular figures with a crimson coloured base and deep
blue borders, there being a white emblems of the crescent
moon with eight rays visible out of sixteen in the upper part
and a white emblem of a twelve-ray sun in the lower part.”

Crimson is Nepal’s national colour and it indicates the
bravery of the Nepalese. It is also considered as the symbol
of victory. The blue border symbolizes peace and harmony.
The two triangles symbolize the mountains and the Sun and
the moon respectively symbolize the permanency and hope
that Nepal remain as long as the sun and the moon remains in the universe. Hence,
due to the peculiarity and uniqueness in features the national flag is our national
pride.

National Anthem

National anthem is the official song mainly sung and played during the formal
programmes. It is considered as the pride of the nation. It shows the history, traditions,
bravery and struggle of the citizen to enhance the glory of the nation. When we sing
the national anthem we should stand straight without moving our body to pay homage
to the nation. National anthem is played on national days, morning assembly in the
schools, any formal programmes and sports events.

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